PSG Technologist Non Registered, PRN, Night Shift

Huntsville Hospital; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated polysomnographic technician to join their team. This role involves performing comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high-quality recordings. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in sleep studies, with a commitment to ongoing education and compliance with certification standards. If you are passionate about improving patient outcomes and have the required skills, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; certificate from an accredited sleep education program required.
• 1-2 years of experience preferred in polysomnographic testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform polysomnographic recordings with 95% accuracy and monitor patient activity.
• Ensure patient safety and maintain quality recordings during evaluations.

Skills

Polysomnography

Patient Monitoring

Technical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certificate from Accredited Sleep Education Program

RPSGT or ABSM Certification

Tools

Electroencephalograph

Polysomnograph Machine

Job description

Overview

Job Summary: Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values. Performs comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis, and associated interventions.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions

1. Performs polysomnographic recordings and all technical duties related to the polysomnographic evaluation of sleep disorders with 95% accuracy.
2. Performs patient hook-up, machine calibrations and recordings according to established protocol and standard procedures.
3. Utilizes ancillary monitoring equipment that must be interfaced with the electroencephalograph/polygraph machine.
4. Continuously monitors patient activity, ensures patient safety, and maintains quality recordings.
5. Performs record scoring and reporting to physicians in a timely manner.
6. Assumes responsibility for inservice education, continuing education, and maintenance of registry/certification with 100% compliance.

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required:

Education: High school graduate or equivalent; certificate from an accredited sleep education program. RPSGT or ABSM preferred.

Experience: Prefer 1-2 years experience.